visible

[viz-uh-buhl] / ˈvɪz ə bəl /

ADJECTIVE

apparent, seeable

Synonyms

STRONGEST

clear conspicuous detectable discernible distinguishable evident noticeable obvious palpable striking unmistakable

WEAK

arresting big as life bold discoverable in sight in view inescapable macroscopic manifest marked not hidden observable obtrusive ocular open out in the open outstanding patent perceivable perceptible plain pointed pronounced revealed salient seen signal to be seen unconcealed under one's nose unhidden viewable visual

Antonyms

STRONGEST

ambiguous hidden inconspicuous indefinite indistinct mistakable obscure obscured secret uncertain unclear unknown unnoticeable unsure vague

WEAK

concealed invisible unseeable

Example Sentences

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The shift is most visible in imports of U.S. crude.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

Some are fragile and made mostly of fine-grained material, while others are stronger and contain visible inclusions embedded within the finer material.

From Science Daily • May 26, 2026

But it may lose, many point out, something less visible too: one of the last places where an old version of Delhi still felt alive.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

Recent public appearances have also fueled renewed conversation around Trump’s health after visible bruising on his hands and swelling in his lower legs drew attention online and in political media coverage.

From Salon • May 25, 2026

Waves crashed on the shore, and the boat was still plainly visible on the beach.

From "The Boy Who Met a Whale" by Nizrana Farook

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